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Do you have frequent feelings of worry, nervousness or unease?

Do you wish you could be more confident and self-assured?

In this book you will learn tips and techniques for positive thinking, the benefits of mindfulness and how to build your confidence, from the way you speak and breathe to the way you stand. With advice on healthy lifestyle habits and behaviour patterns, and how to manage your anxiety, How to Feel Less Anxious is your starting point for a happier, healthier you.

This collection of delicious booze-free recipes proves that you don’t need alcohol to have fun

Going teetotal doesn’t have to mean sipping glasses of plain old water at every social function. Mocktails are more sophisticated than ever before, and these recipes for amazing alcohol-free drinks will give you all the inspiration you need to take your mixology skills to the next level! Wow your guests at your next party by mastering the art of the mocktail with the help of this classy concoction of recipes and tips for deliciously booze-free beverages.

In this book you will find:

– Delicious alcohol-free takes on traditional crowd-pleasing cocktail recipes, including the Nada-Rita, Booze-Free Bramble, Not-So Old Fashioned, Espress-No Martini, and Snowy Russian
– Expert tips, tricks and techniques on blending the perfect drink
– Advice on essential equipment for stocking the ultimate home bar
– Insights into the history and origins of each cocktail
Whether you’re ditching alcohol completely or just looking for healthier alternatives, let these teetotal tipples dazzle and delight your taste buds!

Begin your healing journey with this step-by-step workbook to help you understand and deal with trauma

Trauma may seem like a daunting word, but it can cover many distressing events – from negative childhood experiences to the ordeal of living through a pandemic. It is often at the source of our fears and anxieties, and it can affect the way we live our lives.

The Healing Workbook contains practical advice, effective tips and guided exercises based on trusted cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques to help you begin the process of recovery. Within these pages you will find support and encouragement as you begin to come to terms with the past and find your way back to yourself, your values and a life where you can flourish and thrive.

Use the workbook either on its own or alongside therapy to help you work through your trauma and find a sense of peace and healing.

Inside the book, you will find:
– A relaxed and supportive approach, allowing you to calmly complete the exercises at your own pace
– A hands-on attitude towards understanding your trauma, offering a wealth of tips and advice for working through your worries
– Clear and actionable advice on making lifestyle changes to support and improve your mental well-being
– Exercises grounded in research-supported CBT techniques

Escape to a world of peace and quiet


Amid the hustle and bustle of everyday life it can be hard to find a moment of calm. Many of us find ourselves unable to switch off, even for a few moments, leaving us feeling anxious and stressed. But tranquillity is within your reach: this book will help you to slow things down, quieten your mind and take a few deep breaths as you marvel in the beauty of the world and allow yourself to get lost in the serenity of a secluded beach, an undulant sea or a gentle sunrise.

A sparkling collection of empowering affirmations and inspiring quotes from badass women

Inside every woman is a diamond core of strength that helps them achieve anything they put their mind to. Tap into your magic with this beautiful collection of inspirational quotations and life-affirming statements, featuring the wisdom of modern-day icons like Beyoncé, Venus Williams and Amy Schumer, and the classic life advice of trailblazers such as Eleanor Roosevelt, Marie Curie and Maya Angelou.

For some extra sparkle every day, let wise words like these inspire you to conquer the world with grit and grace:

– You are a diamond – never let them dull your sparkle
– She needed a hero so that’s what she became
– Trust your inner voice – she is a goddess talking to you
– You can rule the world; just don’t be afraid to wear the crown
– Be your own kind of beautiful
– Girls with dreams become women with vision

Restore and rejuvenate your mind, body and soul with this modern introduction to the ancient wisdom of energy therapies

Whether you seek better emotional and physical well-being, improved connection to the world around you, or just inspiration for your own unique spiritual practice, this little book will be the perfect companion on your quest to find true balance in your life.

Discover practical guidance on a variety of holistic healing methods and learn how to incorporate these techniques into your daily routine. Within these pages, you will uncover:

– The deep and fascinating history of spiritual healing across time and cultures
– How to listen to your body’s needs and understand which practice will best suit you
– How to use these methods to balance your natural energies and find your highest purpose in life

From Ayurveda and acupuncture to crystals and chakra healing, this treasury of information holds everything you need to know in order to embark on your own personal journey to health and harmony.

Encourage and support your baby’s natural development with this inspiring collection of daily activities that promote safe, fun and effective play

Split into bite-sized chapters with an accessible tone and accompanying illustrations, The Baby Play Guide provides a host of easy and practical ideas to help you make every second with your baby count. Packed with a variety of stimulating, screen-free and age-appropriate activity suggestions for you to try, this book will guide you through your baby’s first year, encouraging you to bond with them through play while supporting and tracking their development.

Whether it’s showing a newborn high-contrast images to help their visual focus, or enjoying creative, messy play with older infants, this informative guide will also explain the context and science behind baby development at key stages, how to “play” the activity, and how each one can help your little one reach motor, sensory, communication and feeding milestones.

There is a crystal for every occasion

Crystals have a mystical, eternal quality and have long been treasured for their beauty. For thousands of years, they have been prized for their physical and spiritual healing properties. In almost every culture and civilization around the world, crystals of all shapes, colours and sizes have been used in religious rituals, as ornamentation or as talismans of good fortune. Small wonder then that today many of us seem so drawn to these precious and mysterious stones; our fascination with crystals is part of a vast and extensive legacy.

All natural crystals vibrate with energy, and when these vibrations are used for healing, they have the effect of balancing the energies in the body, allowing for physical, mental or emotional healing. The right crystal can help to bring balance, calm and positivity into your life.

This guide introduces over 40 essential crystals and their unique properties, from the love- and harmony-infused rose quartz to memory-boosting amber. Discover:

– how crystals work
– how to select and maintain your crystals
– how to make use of their power in everyday life
– basic techniques for crystal meditation
– how to balance your chakras using crystals
– a guide to birthstones

… and other simple ways to bring harmony to mind, body and spirit using these natural treasures.

This is for the stargazers, the cloud-watchers, the adventure-chasers, the puddle-jumpers and the bubble-blowers.

Filled with wise quotes and freewheeling ideas, this is the must-have book for keeping your daydreams close to their heart.

It’s time to make your home a wellness zone!

Your home environment should lift you up and bring you joy. But the you live and work in one place, you’re all the more aware of how surroundings can affect your well-being.

No Place Like Home offers simple and effective ways to transform your home environment to be more mindfully aligned with who you are. It’s packed with ideas for upcycling and decluttering, as well as comforting recipes, soothing relaxation rituals and innovative ways to bring the outside in. This restorative book will help you rediscover the delights of your four walls as a space for calm, productivity, happiness and personal growth.

Whatever dream you’re working towards, a few wise words can help make any challenge easier. This uplifting little book is packed with inspiring quotations and simple but effective tips to help you get the most out of every day.

Let the powerful mantras and inspirational quotes in this book reveal your inner strength and guide you to happiness every single day. This little book is packed with wisdom from writers, spiritual leaders and philosophers, plus simple, easy-to-follow tips to help you think, feel and act positively.

This easy-to-use guide is filled with bite-sized tips, techniques and inspiration for helping you to manifest your best life
Everyone’s definition of happiness looks different; whether you base your contentment on success, love or financial security, this book will help you to identify and clarify your goals, and provide you with everything you need to start manifesting the life of your dreams.
Manifestation is one of the most powerful tools we have at our disposal, and the good news is that anyone can try it – the universe is ready and waiting to help you achieve your goals, realize your dreams and live your best life. By harnessing your positive energy through techniques such as visualization and scripting, you can communicate your desires to the universe and start working towards attaining them.
It’s time to start changing your life through the power of your mind! Inside you’ll find:
A range of manifesting techniques to maximize success Easy-to-follow visualization methods Top tips on how to get the most out of your manifesting Uplifting quotes and affirmations to inspire your journey Trust in the universe and it will deliver.

A supportive guide filled with actionable tips and advice to help you when you’re feeling low

We all feel like sh*t sometimes, and that’s OK. Whether you’re struggling with low mood, self-esteem issues or a more serious mental health condition, it’s important to know that what you’re experiencing is nothing to be afraid or ashamed of.

Packed with kind words and thoughtful advice, this informative guide is here to help you make sense of your feelings. With a breakdown of the most common causes of low mood, from work-related stress to clinical depression, this book teaches you how to recognize these issues and provides helpful tips on how to cope with them.

Topics covered include:
– Anxiety, stress and depression
– Self-care and mindfulness
– How to talk about your mental health
– Where to seek professional help

It’s OK to Feel Sh*t (Sometimes) will help you gain a deeper understanding of your mental health and leave you feeling better equipped to deal with whatever’s getting you down, so you can take those next steps.

Learn how to fret less and flourish more with this empowering guidebook, filled with helpful advice and practical exercises to boost your well-being and balance life’s ups and downs

Feeling better isn’t always about feeling good. It’s about feeling it all – happiness, sadness and everything in between. In You Can Flourish, Positive Psychology Practitioner Cheryl Rickman takes you step by step through simple exercises to help you better experience both the positive and negative in life, so you can thrive and grow.

Packed full of practical advice and encouraging words, this book provides a solid toolkit to help you move forward and ride the roller coaster of life as best you can. You’ll learn how to cultivate more Acceptance, Balance and Compassion (The ABC of Flourishing™) to better cope with the tough and build hope for the good.

With chapters on navigating your thoughts, feelings and actions, plus a handy planner to plot positive daily activities, this guide will boost your well-being and help you make changes that stick.

Unlock your unconscious, record your dreams and reveal their hidden meanings. All you need is this journal, a pen and a good night’s sleep.

As Freud famously said, dreams are the royal road to the unconscious. But before we set foot on that path, we need to know why we dream and how we can read them.

Packed with suggestions, facts and advice on all things dream-related, this book will be your essential guide to help you:
– Improve your dream recall
– Learn the basics of dream interpretation
– Identify common dream symbols and concepts
– Understand your dreams and their meanings
– Explore themes and imagery in your dreams

It also provides plenty of space to chronicle your visions and includes a range of quotes from some of the biggest dream experts and philosophers to help you reflect on your visions and interpret them with greater confidence.

It’s time to puff up the pillows, slip into a deep slumber and have sweet dreams!

What if your next drink was written in the stars?

With this handy guide, you’ll be able to craft the perfect cocktail for your star sign.

In this divine blend of astrology and mixology, you’ll learn about your character traits and the cocktails that complement them. Packed with over 60 recipes and a spellbinding introduction to the zodiac, this book will help you deepen your connection with your inner self, learn more about your friends and find out how to create a delicious array of befitting, mystical drinks.

The ideal companion for every cocktail lover, Cosmic Cocktails will provide you with all the tools for experimenting with mixology and magic.

In this book, you will find:
– An introduction to astrology, including information on your sun, rising and moon signs
– The ideal cocktail match for you and your friends, with mystical spins on classic recipes, including the Margarita, Piña Colada, Martini and Mojito.
– Expert tips, tricks and techniques on blending each drink

You can totally do this

We all face ups and downs from time to time, and if you sometimes struggle to cope with life’s challenges, big or small, then this book can help. Bursting with useful tips, kind advice and encouraging affirmations, this handy guide will provide the tools you need to overcome adversity and bounce back even stronger.

In this book, you will find:
– Helpful information on what it means to be mentally strong
– Suggestions to help you stay calm and positive when life throws you a curveball
– Simple ideas for taking care of your physical health and maintaining positive mental well-being
– Techniques for finding resolve in difficult moments, including tips and practical exercises for boosting confidence
– A guide to the different types of professional help available and how to find the right treatment for you

This is the perfect book for anyone looking to find strength, survive setbacks, and foster a brilliant, more resilient mindset.

You don’t need a garden to grow your own food! This book is the perfect beginner’s guide to micro-gardening, featuring tips on how to start, what to choose and how to grow over 20 types of plant for your kitchen.

Have you ever been curious about growing your own food? Do you lack a garden? Have you got limited space in your home? Then this book is for you!

Whether you want to produce fresh herbs for your cooking, save money on your food bill, reduce your carbon footprint or enjoy the simple pleasure of watching something grow, My Tiny Kitchen Garden is bursting with tips and ideas to help you get started, including:

– The basics of micro-gardening
– Troubleshooting tips
– Plant profiles to help you choose what to grow
– Craft ideas to help you style your plants
– Advice on growing food from scraps
– How to save and store seeds
Whether you’re a budding gardener or a seasoned expert looking for seeds of inspiration, dive into this book to hone your green fingers and cultivate your very own tiny kitchen garden.

Whether you like your chocolate to be milk or dark, in a bar or in a cake, there is one thing that’s certain: we are all hooked on this tantalizing treat.

Indulge all your chocolate cravings in this tempting collection of recipes, fascinating facts and memorable musings on the most sumptuous of sweets.

Have you ever experienced imposter syndrome? Do you often find yourself seeking approval from others? Is beating yourself up getting you down?

Then this book can help you.

With thought-provoking advice, a step-by-step action plan and a simple method to challenge your inner critic, You Are Enough will help you embrace your flaws and celebrate your unique awesomeness. Let go of the myth of perfection, finally stop comparing yourself to others, and learn how to be happy with all that you are.

Learn to savour every moment, notice and appreciate the little things, and discover contentment and gratitude with a more mindful approach to life.

Packed with simple, easy-to-follow tips and calming quotes by writers and philosophers, this is your essential guide to feeling good and living well.

Confidence is within your reach.


Confidence doesn’t come naturally to everyone, and needs to be developed over time. If you struggle to feel calm and poised under pressure, or wish you had the self-assurance to shout
about all your star qualities, then look no further: this book is here to help.


Bursting with tips, assertive statements and activities, How to Be Confident will enable you to work through whatever is holding you back so you can embrace your inner confidence.

‘Hard is his heart that loveth naught in May’ – Geoffrey Chaucer.
12 June: ‘Male glow-worms, attracted by the light of the candles, come into the parlour. The distant hills look very blue’ – Gilbert White, 1791.
Join some of England’s best-loved writers in this day-by-day celebration of an English year, from the frosty mornings of January through to the buds of spring and blooms of summer, from the autumn harvest to the festivities of Christmas. Diary entries by literary figures such as Gilbert White, Dorothy Wordsworth and Thomas Hardy guide us through the year, accompanied by poems and quotations celebrating the changing seasons, and passages explaining the origins of some of our oldest festive traditions.